Packaging Engineer

Proposed Salary Range
: $63,715.43 - $82,830.05

Work Location
:
Onsite (No Hybrid or Remote) - Columbus, Georgia

As a Packaging Engineer for our U.S. consumer packaging facility in Columbus, GA, you will lead the design, development, and optimization of packaging solutions for a diverse portfolio, including alkaline batteries, lithium coin cells, rechargeable Ni‑MH cells and lithium primary cells.

A Packaging Engineer should have the capability to read and interpret process information; and understand the impact their actions have on the quality objective.

• Retail & Consumer Design
  :
  Develop innovative primary packaging for consumer retail (e.g., blister cards, multipacks) that enhances brand presence while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, product security, product marking requirements and ease of use.
• Regulatory Compliance & Safety
  :
  Ensure all packaging complies with stringent global safety standards, including UN38.3 (transportation) and DOT/IATA Haz Mat regulations. Ensure contents of packaging materials comply with regulatory requirements.
• Technical Specifications
  :
  Create and maintain detailed Bill of Materials (BOMs), engineering drawings, and technical specifications for all packaging components.
• Performance Testing
  :
  Execute rigorous validation protocols, including drop, vibration, and environmental stress testing, to guarantee integrity across the global supply chain.
• Sustainability & Cost Optimization
  :
  Lead initiatives to reduce packaging waste, transition to sustainable/recyclable materials, and optimize palletization patterns using software like Cape PackorTOPS.
• Manufacturing Support
  :
  Partner with the production team to integrate packaging designs with high-speed automated assembly lines and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Vendor Management
  :
  Partner with Procurement team to source and qualify packaging suppliers, conducting periodic business reviews and plant audits to ensure quality and cost-competitiveness.

• Education
  :
  Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience
  : 3+ years of experience in packaging engineering, preferably within high-volume consumer goods.
• Technical Skills
  :
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD (Solid Works or AutoCAD) and ArtiosCAD.
  • Knowledge of materials like corrugated board, folding cartons, thermoformed plastics, and flexible films.
• Soft Skills
  :
  Strong project management ability to lead cross-functional teams (Marketing, Quality, Sales, Production and Supply Chain) on new product launches.

Occasional international travel is required.

• Experience with lithium battery shipping regulations and UN-certified packaging.
• Familiarity with automated packaging machinery and robotics.
• Lean Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement certification.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Pre‑employment background check and drug testing is required. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the United States.

• Employee Coverage:
  Monthly premiums $57.00 – Deductible $300 per year
• Family Coverage:
  Monthly premiums $201.00 – Deductible $600 per year
• 401k Retirement Savings – Company match up to 5%
• Relocation Reimbursement (if applicable)

Yes. Occasional international travel is required.

Panasonic Energy Corporation of America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

Applicants under the age of 18:
No minor under 16 years of age shall be permitted to work during the hours when public or private schools are in session unless said minor has completed senior high school or has been excused from attendance in school by a county or independent school system board of education in accordance with the general policies and regulations promulgated by the State Board of Education.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest.